Town Council proclaims Sept. 16 as American Legion Day in Appomattox
Appomattox Mayor Richard Conner (center) stands alongside American Legion Post 104 Appomattox Commander Buddy Allen and First Vice Commander Gloria Krauklis during Monday’s town council meeting, during which an official proclamation declared Sept. 16 as American Legion Day in Appomattox. (Charles Conrad/Times Virginian)

On Monday, Appomattox Town Council honored American Legion Post 104 with a proclamation declaring Monday, Sept. 16 as “American Legion Day in Appomattox.”

Before announcing the proclamation, Appomattox Mayor Richard Conner asked council members and all in attendance to observe a moment of silence in remembrance of the 2,977 individuals who lost their lives as victims of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

American Legion Post 104 Appomattox Commander Buddy Allen and First Vice Commander Gloria Krauklis were present to receive the proclamation.

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